2014 - Mechs are out

[MrPlink]

Mech=1911
Reg=Glock
Carry on...

More like

Mechanical = AK
Everything else = everything Else

I do think mechs will decline considerably, but for simplicity, form factory and to an extent for some, collectibility they will remain.

We are not far from devices that will cost you less than a dollar per Watt of regulation. When they are easily available and reasonably reliable we will see how many hardcore mechanical only types change their mind.

 

[jpcwon]

I enjoy "wrenching" on stuff. Cars, motorcycles, appliances, etc....heck, I'm a service guy for a medical instruments company. I take things apart and put them back together for a living.

So for me, it makes sense to use a mechanical device. I like how they force you to be involved with every step of building: setting your resistance properly, selecting your battery, etc....they make you more involved with the ins and outs of your vape experience.

And is it weird that I actually LIKE the voltage drop off of batteries in a mechanical? I typically will build for 3.7-3.9 volts. Then, when the battery drops down below 3.7 I change it out. At that point, I get a "whoosh"of power from that 4.2 volts before settling back down to 3.9ish volts...to me it gives the vape character and l like that....

I dunno. There's nothing wrong at all with regulated devices....I just find mechanicals to be more fun....

 

[B1sh0p]

OP makes boring threads.

 

[Kyi]

I own both regulated and mech mods and like them both. I love the way mech mods look and how small you can get them. They are simple and they do their job. I would have to say I prefer my regulated mods though, mainly because I don't ever have to worry about firing a short, and I do like being able to adjust my wattage and some of the other features included. What I would like to see in the future is something the size of a small mech mod but with all the features of a regulated mod.

IMO, just because something can break or go bad doesn't mean they are worse. Just because cars can break down or malfunction, doesn't mean I want to walk everywhere. Just because a microwave can break, doesn't mean I'm going to build a fire outside to cook every meal. Just because a laptop won't work if I drop it in water, doesn't mean I will look up everything in a library or type papers on a typewriter. In a situation where you don't have electronics, yes, it is good to know how to work an alternative or something that is minimalistic, guaranteed to work. With the plethora of clones and affordable mods coming out, I see no reason to have to choose between the two. Use what you enjoy and don't worry about what other people think.

 

[Wickedgt]

This thread reminds me of my youth... Ford vs Chevy...

And the current iPhone vs Android...

Now enter - Mech vs Regulated...

You'll have lovers and haters for each. Live and let live is my motto... If you like it, Vape it! There are most definately pro's and con's for each device.

Vape on my brothers and sisters!

 

[Tangaroav]

......
I've been making my own juice for over 3 years. In that time, I haven't spent a penny on vendor juice. Is vendor juice better than my DIY? I dunno. But I've spent a lot of time learning to make what I like.

Better overall vaping experience with regulated mods? Not to me; because the process of mechanical mods, building wicks and coils for RDAs and RBAs, developing and making DIY e-liquid IS the experience.

DIY Coils/wicks,e-liquid and RDAs and RBAs will all perform better if you can regulate a constant, adjusted to your own personnal taste and to your equipment requirement for the optimum results the power being supplied throughout the life of the battery. No more dwingling, ( some like this word), taste, vapor density and temperature and throat hit.

I am talking the quality of the vapor here. I understand the feeling of accomplishment with DIY, ( I do it myself). I know my mechanicals can not compete except for very few puffs.

... I wont even go into the safety aspect. We all have heard enough horror stories.

 

[MFarley]

I should preface my comments with the statement "I am new and don't know much yet".
Now my opinion (not hard facts, just how I feel).
I am using a Reo Grande now. That is what enabled me to quit smoking with no effort.
If it broke and I could not get replacement parts online and could not make it to a larger city....
I could still make it work with parts I could get at a small hardware store.
I am not at all mechanically or electronically inclined.
So for me....I prefer my mechanical mod.

 

[crxess]

Edited - I read and had a whole big comeback.............. then I just started laughing at the Nonsense of this whole thread.

The future holds what it does, for now...........you are attempting to sell a vision of that future, not the reality of NOW

 

[Marc411]

Since my REO and mechs are old news and even though I use them all the time and really enjoy them......

Do I have to throw them all away because of this thread?

 

[Kim B.]

OP, I understand your view on mechs, but was the point of this thread just to irritate mech users?

 

[Paradicio]

Do I have to throw them all away because of this thread?

Do wat teh internets sayz!

 

[Idaholandho]

Honestly not sure if your trolling but....
@ this thread and the op whom has used the words elitist and "fanboy" towards fellow vapers with a difference in opinion other than his own.

This thread should be titled "Another inexperienced Vapor who thinks Mechanical devices are inferior than VV" or "Another debate thread on a topic that has been beaten to death."
The choice of either will be around as long as vaping is. Honestly, the topic here is moot. Who cares? I think it is fantastic to give the vaping public a choice.

Do you understand how many high end mechanical devices are being released monthly vs. vv devices? You may want to get a memo out to many of the high end mechanical builders and their followers prior to engaging a narrow minded thought process. It seems not one of them can keep their mods in stock.

Good luck to you, your objective thought and debating skills . Just vape.

 

[Firestorm]

The purpose of this thread was to discuss the progress in the evolution of vaping hardware and software.

No, the purpose of this thread was for you to declare that 2014 is the year that mechanical mods are out and that there are no valid reasons for buying/using them. It's all right there in the original post.

I would much rather read about and discuss the progress and evolution of vaping hardware and software - that's an inclusive discussion that all can participate in and not a baseless opinion sure to turn into a flame war.

 

[mssam]

you know, when i first started vaping, i did what a lot of others do. i used and ego/kanger. then as my vaping journey continued, it wasn't enough, something was missing or maybe i just became intrigued by what another mod could do. Moved to a provari/kanger (now provari/ kanger aero mega). picked up another vv/vw a while ago and it does have shorted protection and all that, but the resistance reading is wrong (check it with a meter). It is a REALLY, really nice vv/vw, but still, something about it wasnt satisfying me. eventually moved to mechanicals and now i'm sold. i like my regulated mods, but to be honest, they dont get much use. i agree with another poster who said something along the lines of mechs being works of art. For me, there is just something more appealing about mechs to me currently. I have a fairly good idea of what im doing with a mod, so all the bells and whistles in a vv/vw dont really carry much weight for me. Like i said, it's been more of a journey for me with vaping equipment, rather than a comparison. Plus, there is more than a regulated chip that makes a mod appealing to ME. The looks, the aesthetics, the engineering, the brains behind it, the compatibility with other products, how does it FEEL when i use it, etc. I still like the erolls, the vamos, still love the provari even tho i dont use it much, but maybe it's just a question of the op being in a certain place in his vaping journey that allows him to prefer vv/vw. If thats the case, vape on my friend. As long as you're not smoking analogs, you're doing great.

 

[asvaldr]

DIY Coils/wicks,e-liquid and RDAs and RBAs will all perform better if you can regulate a constant, adjusted to your own personnal taste and to your equipment requirement for the optimum results the power being supplied throughout the life of the battery. No more dwingling, ( some like this word), taste, vapor density and temperature and throat hit.

I am talking the quality of the vapor here. I understand the feeling of accomplishment with DIY, ( I do it myself). I know my mechanicals can not compete except for very few puffs.

... I wont even go into the safety aspect. We all have heard enough horror stories.

Can you just use the word "in my opinion" please? by reading through the entire thread, all this fuss is just because you make your opinion sounded like a fact.

Everyone have their own opinion on something and you can't force it to them so just vape on bro[emoji6]

 

[Tangaroav]

OP, I understand your view on mechs, but was the point of this thread just to irritate mech users?

Nobody should get flustered or become irritated if I start a discussion concerning the use of mechanical vaporisers-vs-regulated mods. This is a vaping forum and I posted at the right venue.

We are talking about vaporisors here not some beloved family members.

I have four of them, two 18650 and two 26650. In the wrong hands and with the wrong equipment they can be dangerous and at best I found them to be a backup to my regulated vaporisers. I like the 4nine because of its size.

A lot of the irritated mech users took offense to my statement that IMO a regulated vape = a better vape. I am not talking taste here. I am talking range of operation, stability of vapor output and quality and proper usage of batteries to their full capacity.

Some veterant members seem to take exception to my comment since I am a member since March and not qualified to make a statement. I call this being reactionary and it stifles progress, (IMO).

Why refuse to discuss alternatives. New members should be aware of the limitations of mechanicals and of regulated mods.

 

[Tangaroav]

Can you just use the word "in my opinion" please? by reading through the entire thread, all this fuss is just because you make your opinion sounded like a fact.

Everyone have their own opinion on something and you can't force it to them so just vape on bro[emoji6]

If you read the thread, you will notice that I wrote IMO very often.

 

[B2L]

I 'have three of them, two 18650 and two 26650

That's a neat trick

Sorry, couldn't pass that up

 

[Ryedan]

DIY Coils/wicks,e-liquid and RDAs and RBAs will all perform better if you can regulate a constant, adjusted to your own personnal taste and to your equipment requirement for the optimum results the power being supplied throughout the life of the battery. No more dwingling, ( some like this word), taste, vapor density and temperature and throat hit.

I am talking the quality of the vapor here. I understand the feeling of accomplishment with DIY, ( I do it myself). I know my mechanicals can not compete except for very few puffs.

... I wont even go into the safety aspect. We all have heard enough horror stories.

Good to see you found what works for you Tangaroav . IMO high power regulated mods will become more popular than mechanical mods in time. I'm actually surprised it isn't happening faster than it has so far.

OTOH, I like my mechanical mods. They are perfect for me . My setups satisfy me from 4.2V down to around 3.5V at which point I'm happy to replace the battery. Sounds like I'm not the only one who feels this way too. I doubt mechanical mods will never stop being used.

There's an important piece of this puzzle you're missing Tangaroav. Not everyone has the same priorities. People have different personalities and that's a really good thing

Vape on.

 

[Tom Servo]

Mech=1911
Reg=Glock
Carry on...

Actually, that's backwards. A mechanical mod is generally a simpler design, and one that's more user serviceable. I suppose that would make it the Glock equivalent (but only if it's ugly and has atrocious ergonomics).

OTOTH, if it was overly complex, parts had to be hand-fitted, and it choked up on certain juices, it would be like a 1911